The annual week long Summer School is held in the beautiful premises of Clevedon Community Association in Clevedon, North Somerset, a manor house set in beautiful gardens with a 300 seat theatre where the end of week show takes place.
Summer School is open to all, not just students of The Bristol School of Dancing. The students can learn a variety of different dance styles from guest teachers, outside of the usual syllabus work. The week is a great opportunity to learn different styles of choreography in a short time period.
Over the course of Summer School, the students work each day towards the final show. The yearly show is fully costumed and produced to the highest quality, and is a real testament to the hard work of the students and staff. It’s amazing what can be achieved in under a week, and is enjoyed hugely by all those that attend. For further information contact info@thebristolschoolofdancing.co.uk
We start each day together before heading off to start on a familiar dance class, usually ballet, but sometimes jazz. This helps the children get moving and encourages good technique from the get-go.
Breaking up the day with regular breaks to encourage friendship building, we continue on to explore different genres of dance. Some might be unfamiliar, and we also have guest teachers to really make the most of the time.
After lunch, our older students have an opportunity to work on their show performances, whereas the younger children get a chance to explore more arts & crafts.
Breaking up the day with regular breaks to encourage friendship building, we continue on to explore different genres of dance. Some might be unfamiliar, and we also have guest teachers to really make the most of the time.
We’ve been hosting our Summer Schools in Clevedon Community Centre and its beautiful grounds for many years now. With multiple dance studios ready for many dance styles and teachers, along with gorgeous, safe enclosed gardens for lunchtime breaks. It’s also got an onsite theatre, perfect for rehearsals ready for our end of week show.
We’d love to invite you to come to Summer School. We accept applications from students that aren’t enrolled in BSD too. Pop your details into the form and we’ll be in touch.
Check out the answers to our frequently asked questions. If you’ve got any other questions please just get in touch.
The day starts at 10am and runs to 4pm with an hour for lunch. There are usually 4 hours of dance training per day.
We try to create an encouraging and nurturing environment for all abilities. For younger children, dance experience isn’t necessary.
For older children it’s usually recommended to have at least a little dance experience. This will help them to keep up with their peer group and will make sure they get the most out of their Summer School.
Yes! Absolutely. We love having children from all dance schools along to our Summer School. It’s a very inclusive and friendly environment.
Catering is available for lunch every day at Summer School. If your child has specific dietary requirements, please let us know in advance so that we can plan for this.
Yes, transport via coach is available to book between Bristol and Clevedon Community Centre. This can be arranged when your place is confirmed. Please note, there’s no return coach on the last day of Summer School.
Early booking is advised as the coach quickly fills up.